Team Leader for Science Department

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Lead Teacher of Science required for September, or sooner
Salary: MPS/UPS equivalent + TLR (Negotiable for an Outstanding Candidate)

From September 2016, or earlier if possible, the school wish to appoint an ambitious and committed Lead Teacher of Science, taking responsibility for a large successful and thriving Science Department in an 11-19 multi-cultural and highly motivated school.

Expectations are high for all pupils and both staff and pupils are warm, open, supportive and proud of the school.

Purpose:
*To lead the subject curriculum at KS3 to KS5 to ensure excellent standards of student achievement within the whole curriculum area.
*To lead on one whole school teaching and learning priority with guidance and support from the Deputy Headteacher.
*To be accountable for student progress within the curriculum area.
*To coach, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others within the Department.
*To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students within the Department studying in accordance with the aims of the school.
*To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the Department.

The Department:
*is located in a suite of newly refurbished science laboratories offering a dynamic teaching and learning environment
*is well resourced with interactive white boards
*achieves high standards at KS3, KS4 and KS5
*is staffed by dedicated, supportive, high quality teachers and technicians

You will have the opportunity to:
*Lead a dynamic and successful specialist Science team
*Work within an innovative and stimulating environment
*Develop your professional advancement

The successful candidate will be a high quality teacher, forward thinking and passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential, well organised and able to demonstrate excellent teaching. Candidates who are innovative, engage students with their passion for their subject and take part in the overall life of the school are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary: MPS/UPS equivalent + TLR (Negotiable for an Outstanding Candidate)